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What is the importance of siding on my house? *Take careful consideration when picking siding for your home. Some weather better than others and some have more specific maintenance needs than others.
A. Different siding requires different maintenance - Vinyl siding is one of the easiest to maintain because only water is required. For tougher stains on vinyl, a soft bristled brush and a common household cleaner such as Fantastic and Windex can be used. * Ask your contractor the specifics on maintaining your siding. Q. What are some of the advantages/disadvantages to different kinds of siding? |
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How do I maintain my siding?| Aluminum (+) advantages: Low tendency to corode, good heat insulator. Aluminum (-) disadvantages: Dents easier than other materials. Vinyl (+) advantages: Doesn't corode, doesn't dent, good in various climates and temperatures, comes in a variety of colors and textures, usually carries a lifetime warranty, can easily replace one piece versus taking out an entire section, and easy to clean. Vinyl (-) disadvantages: Can crack or chip in cold conditions. Fibercement (+) advantages: Doesn't crack or chip, has long warranties, looks like wood. Fibercement (-) disadvantages: More expensive than traditional sidings. |
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